FaffCon

George Whittam: My FaffCon 4 Experience: Unexpected Results

AmySnively — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 17:31:18 +0000

It was so terrific to see George Whittam at FaffCon last month! I’m on his newsletter list so I don’t miss any of his insights and tips. Imagine my joy when he shared about his FaffCon experience in his latest email. Check it out:

Its been two weeks since FaffCon 4 wrapped in Ventura, CA. For me it was more rewarding than I anticipated, and not in the ways I expected it to be… Before attending FaffCon 4, my first FaffCon, I considered it to be primarily a networking opportunity. Not a voice actor myself, I wondered exactly how it would benefit me and my business. The thing is about an unConference like FaffCon, you have no clue what lies ahead until the moment the ideas for break-out sessions hit the scheduling wall. It was such an organically formed process, and it worked brilliantly.

I also knew Id like to share some wisdom, but until the day came I didnt know what exactly it might be. On the day, Dan Friedman, a voice actor/studio owner from North Carolina, suggested all of the techie types lead a panel together, to ensure the information we shared could be provided in a unified way. Seven of us gathered for a panel, and the truth of it was that if nobody even showed up, we still would have had a great time bouncing thoughts off each other. Those who came got their questions answered in detail, and others absorbed as much as they could handle.

GKN 3/27/12 – FaffCon 4, A Reflection… | Tom Dheere | Professional Male Voiceover Talent

AmySnively — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 20:29:13 +0000

[FaffCon 4] was two full days of seminars about a variety of subjects led by some incredible people. I learned about home recording studio construction, how to land an agent, “inviting the avalanche”…

FaffCon 4 Is Almost Here

ksouer — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 01:16:01 +0000

At this time next week, I’ll be on my way to Ventura Beach to start my FaffCon experience… and let me tell you, it really can’t get here soon enough. Like past FaffCons, I fully expect that this one will exceed all of my expectations. It will be educational and inspiring. The talent will be stellar. I’ll have fun with old friends and make many new ones.

If you are a pro and have never been, you should put it on your list of things that you must do. If you’ve already attended a previous FaffCon then I’m sure you will be back again and I will see you there because…

I LOVE FAFFCON!

And now…a word from our sponsors!

ksouer — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:28:07 +0000

You haven’t heard much from me, here on Voice-Acting in Vegas about FaffCon4. Sheesh, the thing sold-out in, like…I dunno…a couple of hours?

One of the pluses about THIS un-conference is that the seating is limited. That’s so YOUR seat has the same great view as everyone else’s!

Unlike other events with open enrollment, FaffCon4 didn’t need a lot of promotion. Word-of-mouth alone led to the sold-out sign going on the door in short order.

Everyone in VO-land benefits from the lucky 100 attending FaffCon, ’cause like SXSW or TED, the ripples of inspiration and innovation spread out to the larger VO community. I find it so inspiring that this event grew out of a collective spirit on the VO-BB in the first place, and then has thrived under the careful and tireless watch of Amy Snively (and a dedicated corps of her associates — Chief among them: Pam Tierney, Connie Terwilliger and Peter O’Connell).

Yes, there are those associates, and then there are the supporters (and considerable cross-over). I suppose you could count ALL the attendees as supporters, but then there are those who extend themselves even further and become official supporters.

A Little More than a Week Until FaffCon 4!

ksouer — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:24:21 +0000

I’m about to attend FaffCon 4, coming up March 23-25 in Ventura, California. I am THRILLED to be joining the fun once again!

If you are wondering, “What’s a FaffCon?” let me shed some light for you.

FaffCon is the only professional unconference for working voiceover professionals. It’s a participant-driven event where around 100 working voice talents share their ideas, tips, tricks, frustrations and — sometimes — even lipstick colors (thanks Amanda Fellows!). There are no pre-arranged speakers, and there’s nobody there giving a keynote, followed by a chance to buy their latest book/CDs/workbooks/workshops/bumper stickers in the back of the room after the sales pitch, errr, I mean “presentation.” The premise of FaffCon is that every participant has something to offer, and each person there can lead a session on any topic that suits their fancy. It sounds kinda loosey-goosey, but some how, some way, it all miraculously works.

Why You Should Aspire To Go To Faffcon.

ksouer — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 00:17:20 +0000

What is Faffcon? That can be found here. There’s lots of information there, but in essence Faffcon is a biannual pro-vo unconference. Participant driven, the sessions can be on anything and everything. If you want to teach a class, you can, and you can request sessions or find experts on almost anything you’d care to know about. It is also sold out, and was also sold out for the previous time. There is a waiting list here. But, perhaps you’re thinking, that all sounds lovely, but why should I spend hundreds of dollars to go to a conference where some or all of the sessions might be on things I already know? What is there at Faffcon that makes it worth it for me?

Why I help sponsor Faffcon

ksouer — Tue, 13 Mar 2012 01:20:44 +0000

If you’ve looked at the Faffcon website, you may have noticed that I’m listed as one of the sponsors of this event. Yes, I actually help underwrite Faffcon each time even though I have nothing to sell or promote to other voiceover talent. I don’t coach. I don’t have a line of voiceover products or accessories. I don’t have a book (physical or electronic) I’m trying to sell.

So, why?…

FaffCon 4 is Fast Approaching! « Connie Terwilliger – ISDN Voice Talent

AmySnively — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 22:53:06 +0000

Founding Faffer and mission-critical team member, Connie Terwilliger, looks back on FaffCons past as she looks forward to FaffCon 4 in just 2 short weeks!

FaffCon 4 is Fast Approaching! « Connie Terwilliger – ISDN Voice Talent.

Paying for a Voiceover Education

ksouer — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:37:05 +0000

Faffcon, VOICE 2012 or the New York City Voiceover Mixer – these important voice over events cannot enjoy the success they do without sponsorship. There are enrollment fees and tuitions for some but for things like the Mixer, you basically cover your travel and your drinks.

Sponsors are critical to an event like these ever taking place.

A VO Valentine! Lighted recording sign sale ends 2/14!

AmySnively — Mon, 13 Feb 2012 19:20:19 +0000

Tired of people knocking on the door of your booth during that perfect take? Or perhaps you could use a visual reminder to help you stay focused during working hours. Or maybe you just deserve a cool treat to add to your studio decor! Harlan Hogan’s Voice Over Essentials VO Recording Sign is on sale through tomorrow! Save $24.99 and get a free remote control switch, too, so you can flip the switch from your copy stand! Check it out!